Author: Susan Blakey

  • just bought myself a little present…

    No, it’s not glamorous or particularly stylish, but I’m hoping it will put Being More Active on my brain’s front burner. Fitbit Flex Activity Monitor. Several…

  • juuust right

    (Note: if you are receiving posts by email subscription and don’t see any images, I’m aware of the problem and am working to resolve. In…

  • the stuff that matters…

    I’m not going to sugarcoat it; December has been kicking my… First our ancient washing machine broke…again. This appliance has been on life support for a…

  • style that’s good for you

    classic: gonzo journalist | beat poet | socialite fashion-forward: instagram sensation | creative director | model-off-duty This post is sponsored by Nordstrom. All ideas and opinions are my…

  • blacks + blues

    Does anyone else remember that old Fashion “rule” about not wearing black and blue together? What was that about anyway? It’s really only been in…

  • prêt – à – party

    This post is sponsored by Nordstrom. All ideas and opinions are my own. top set: bag | ring | shoes bottom set: earrings | bag…

  • beanie girl

    (Anyone out there remember the Beanie and Cecil cartoons from the early 1960’s? Every time I read the word beanie I hear “Beanie Boy!!!” in Cecil’s voice.)…